Can an American marry a Canadian and live in Canada?

If you and your spouse decide that you want to live in Canada, the spouse with Canadian citizenship or permanent residency can sponsor the other. There are several steps to take to begin the process but typically the answer is yes, you can live in Canada if you marry a Canadian.

Can I have dual citizenship in US and Canada?

Under the right circumstances, you are allowed to become a citizen of both Canada and the United States, simultaneously. Many people enjoy the benefits of dual citizenship, allowing them to to travel back and forth freely, vote, and otherwise take advantage of the rights of citizens in both countries.

Can a US citizen live in Canada if married to a Canadian citizen?

(This is a different matter from moving out of Canada to the US, however). If you are already living in Canada legally on a visa such as a work permit or study permit and have married a Canadian citizen, you can remain in Canada while the application for spousal sponsorship is being processed. This is referred to as inland spousal sponsorship.

How do you get a green card in Canada if you marry an American?

If you are outside of the United States, you would apply for an immigrant visa at the U.S. Consulate in Montreal. In order for a Canadian to qualify for a green card by marrying a U.S. citizen, they must be able to demonstrate that the marriage is legitimate and bona fide.

Can a married couple get permanent residence in Canada?

There is, however, a procedure married couples can follow from inside Canada to obtain permanent residence for a foreign spouse without that spouse having to leave the country. This is an exception to the normal requirement of foreign processing and is based on humanitarian and compassionate grounds.

Can a foreign spouse get married in Canada?

According to this view, whether the wedding takes place abroad or indeed even in Canada, following the proper rules, the foreign spouse would apply from abroad, and even in the case of a wedding held inside Canada, would leave Canada to apply overseas to return as an immigrant sponsored into the country.